ncense Container with a design of a butterfly
Data
| Artist | Shino type, Mino ware |
|---|---|
| Period | Momoyama period, 16th century |
| Materials and techniques | Stoneware with underglaze iron decoration |
| Size | Overall L.2.4 D.6.3 |
Explanation
In the Mino kilns, incense containers of various types, including Shino, Ki-Seto and Oribe were produced. All ware of excellent quality, but Ichimonji incense containers, made round and flat, were especially beautiful and highly prized. Made in a shape imitating the lacquered incense containers imported from China, the piece is covered entirely with a feldspathic glaze and decorated on the lid top with a design resembling a butterfly in underglaze iron. Along the side of the body are bright and vivid fire color characteristic of Shino ware.